Arthropoda and molluscs have open circulatory systems - meaning haemolymph (Their equivalent to blood) directly bathes the tissue, and isn't enclosed in blood vessels, as seen in a closed blood system, as in humans for example.
I believe it is D, the reason being is because they form on their own, not from a living or dead organism. It can't be B because that is true, and the same for C. hope this helps, have an amazing day :)
Famine- High population means more mouths to feed
Disease- Diseases usually spread more quickly with people who live closer( as it can just move from one person to the other)
War- People like to fight for land, resources, money, etc. And having more of those things mean they are more able to support families, communities, and more.
(Hope this helps a little)
Answer:
No, the information above describes reduced competition through resource practitioning.
